- Salary
- $86k – $138k
- Location
- Herndon, VA, US
- Type
- Part-time
- Department
- Operations
- Experience
- 8+ years
- Education
- High School
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
Responsibilities
Shape the Future of Air Traffic Control with Peraton
Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA’s Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) program. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, Peraton delivers the mission-critical systems and services that keep our nation’s skies safe, secure, and moving.
We’re seeking forward-thinking professionals who thrive in high-impact environments and are driven by complex, real-world challenges. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of air traffic management working alongside experts in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration on one of the most important transportation initiatives in the world.
At Peraton, you don’t just support the mission—you help define it.
We’re seeking a Facilities Engineer to join our Surveillance team in Herndon, VA. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in keeping the infrastructure that powers our nation’s air traffic management running flawlessly. This role is a half time role with expected hours of 20 per week.
In this position, you will:
- Facility & Site Planning Oversight: Monitor the survey, planning, site preparation, and implementation of FAA facilities and radar replacement activities, ensuring visibility into impacts across the NAS.
- Site Readiness & Issue Tracking Management: Track, manage, and report all facility‑related issues, risks, and action items to ensure site readiness and successful installation of new surface movement radar systems at airports.
- Workstream Coordination Lead: Coordinate with FAA Implementation Teams, Program Office, Technical Operations, and the radar Vendor on facility drawings, surveys, crane siting considerations, engineering reports, and site preparation requirements.
- Standards & Compliance Assurance: Ensure program adherence to all current applicable codes, orders, specifications, and standards during design, engineering, and site‑preparation activities.
Who You Are:
You thrive in mission-critical environments, have a keen eye for detail, and are passionate about keeping complex systems running smoothly. You’re eager to contribute to one of the world’s most vital transportation infrastructures, collaborating with top engineers, data scientists, and systems integration experts.
Why Peraton:
At Peraton, you won’t just support the mission—you’ll define it. Your work will directly impact the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the nation’s airspace. Here, innovation, expertise, and dedication are recognized and celebrated.
Make your mark where it matters most—join Peraton and help shape the future of aviation.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust clearance.
- Bachelor’s degree 8 years experience, Master’s 6 years, Associate’s 10 years, or High School diploma 12 years relevant experience.
- Strong expertise in HVAC, power distribution, communications (fiber), intercabling standards, and building infrastructure.
- Experience reviewing technical designs and contractor work for compliance with standards.
- Knowledge of regulatory and safety frameworks for critical infrastructure.
- Background in physical security standards for facilities.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with FAA programs, NAS systems, or air traffic control environments.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or certifications in facility/building management.
- Familiarity with sustainable building practices, LEED standards, or energy-efficient systems.
- Understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
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Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.
